Xbox stories - Page 19
Check out the new white Xbox bundle
Wed, 29th Feb 2012
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Microsoft launches a new white Xbox bundle, including Kinect and two family games, aiming to captivate families and gamers alike.
Used game sales strangling industry: developer
Tue, 7th Feb 2012
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Volition developer suggests blocking used games on next-gen consoles, highlighting the severe impact on the gaming industry's revenue.
Wii U launch won't affect Xbox: Microsoft
Thu, 2nd Feb 2012
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Microsoft France dismisses Nintendo's Wii U as competition, asserting the iconic brand no longer rivals Xbox or PlayStation in the console market.
Rumour mill churns around 'Xbox 720'
Thu, 26th Jan 2012
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Graphics chips with six times the current processing power to go into mass production later this year: report.
Microsoft to discontinue 'Points' purchases?
Tue, 24th Jan 2012
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Microsoft plans to scrap its 'Points' system for purchases, opting for real currency transactions by end of 2022, sources claim.
Telecom's special Xbox broadband deal
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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Telecom entices gamers with a free year of Xbox Live Gold, plus waived broadband fees on 12-month contracts, enhancing online entertainment.
Microsoft enabling voice for kiwi Kinect owners - Updated
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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Xbox Kinect's voice command update, tackling NZ's unique accent, faces a slight delay but promises an enhanced gaming experience.
Former hacker says Microsoft could do more
Fri, 25th Nov 2011
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Security expert Cal Leeming criticises Microsoft's response to Xbox Live security concerns, calls for better measures and user protection.
Xbox Live not hacked: Microsoft
Thu, 24th Nov 2011
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Microsoft clarifies Xbox Live wasn't hacked but warns of phishing scams after The Sun's allegations of cyber fraud.
The Kinect effect
Fri, 4th Nov 2011
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From living room dances to medical marvels, the Kinect transcends gaming, sparking innovation in fields from healthcare to mining.
Trailer reveals Arkham City will include the ultimate Batman villain
Tue, 27th Sep 2011
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Warner Bros Interactive unveils The Joker as the prime antagonist in the eagerly anticipated Batman: Arkham City game due on consoles in October.
New Call of Duty DLC drops this week
Mon, 19th Sep 2011
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The DLC hits on September 22, and should tide fans over until the release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 in November.
Game Review: Toy Soldiers: Cold War
Thu, 8th Sep 2011
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Rediscover childhood battle fantasies with 'Toy Soldiers: Cold War', blending tower defense, action, and 80s nostalgia into an engaging gameplay.
Bodycount hits the shelves
Fri, 2nd Sep 2011
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The over-the-top action shooter from Codemasters, Bodycount, has been released to stores in New Zealand and Australia.
Microsoft heavy-hitters unleashed at Gamescom 2011
Fri, 19th Aug 2011
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At Gamescom 2011, Microsoft dazzles with Xbox 360 exclusives, setting sights on global dominance with hits like Gears of War 3 and Forza 4.
Game review: Bastion
Thu, 18th Aug 2011
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You see what looks like the remnants of an intro, and you hear the voice of a narrator ease you into your first few moments, but it’s when all goes quiet.
Bodycount demo now on Xbox Live
Thu, 18th Aug 2011
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Xbox Live unleashes Bodycount demo, inviting players to embrace mayhem and destruction in a no-holds-barred action shooter experience.
Indie RPG Bastion coming to PC
Thu, 11th Aug 2011
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Critically acclaimed indie RPG Bastion set to enchant PC players with high-resolution graphics, a unique control scheme, and Steamworks support.
EA Sports launches Season Ticket for Xbox 360
Thu, 4th Aug 2011
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EA Sports introduces Season Ticket on Xbox 360 in NZ, offering early game access, discounts, and exclusive content for fans.
Microsoft reports major profits
Fri, 22nd Jul 2011
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Microsoft's profits soar thanks to Xbox and Office, with revenue hitting $17.4bn in Q4, despite Windows struggles amid tablet rise.